Communicate with Confidence

A Practical Resource for Developing Functional Communication in Young People and Adults

Häftad, Engelska, 2026

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This practical resource is an essential guide for professionals working with young adults aged 16+ with language and communication difficulties, as they begin the journey to independence. It is designed to help equip young people with the functional communication and vocabulary they need for everyday life to succeed and live an independent life.This comprehensive text offers:• Vocabulary Banks: A guide of commonly used words in real life which, without explicitly understanding or being taught, can be overwhelming and scary.• Practical Resources: Photocopy-ready materials that can be used in clinical and educational settings, focusing on hands-on practical learning.• Skill Application: Activities focusing on bridging the gap between clinical training and real-world scenarios, empowering young adults to navigate life's challenges confidently.The book explores key areas such as accommodation, money management, job interviews, driving, travel, medical matters, leisure activities, and vital life skills like understanding documentation such as passports, and driving licenses. It provides a solid foundation for young adults to share their basic wants and needs, develop self-advocacy skills, build their independence and face the world with confidence as they embark on a path to adulthood.

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Utgivningsdatum2026-11-25
Mått210 x 297 x undefined mm
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor300
FörlagTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN9781032747309

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Chapter 1 - Navigating Medical Care and Health ServicesSession 1: Introducing Medical VocabularySession 2: Monitor, Doctor or A&E?Session 3: Mental HealthSession 4: Understanding and Collecting your PrescriptionSession 5: Exploring Hospital JargonSession 6: Exploring Body Anatomy JargonSession 7: Reading/Receiving ResultsSession 8: Vocabulary RecapSession 9: Consolidation SessionGlossaryChapter 2 - Navigating Finances and Money ManagementSession 1: Introducing Finance VocabularySession 2: Where Does Money Come From?Session 3: Spending and SavingSession 4: Learning to BudgetSession 5: Learning about Bank Accounts & Bank CardsSession 6: Getting PaidSession 7: Bills and OutgoingsSession 8: Recognising when you might be being ScammedSession 9: Learning Vocabulary through GamesSession 10: Consolidation SessionGlossaryChapter 3 - Navigating Interviews, Jobs and EmploymentSession 1: Introducing Employment VocabularySession 2: Types of WorkSession 3: Preparing for WorkSession 4: Searching for JobsSession 5: CVs and ApplicationsSession 6: Understanding InterviewsSession 7: What to Say in InterviewsSession 8: Interview SkillsSession 9: Getting the JobSession 10: Mock Interviews & ConsolidationGlossaryChapter 4 - Navigating Independent LivingSession 1: Introducing Independent Living VocabularySession 2: Housing and RentingSession 3: Managing a HomeSession 4: CleaningSession 5: ReflectionGlossaryChapter 5 - Navigating Personal and Public TransportSession 1: Introducing Transport Vocabulary & Public Transport SkillsSession 2: Using Taxis and Taxi AppsSession 3: Air TravelSession 4: Driving and Car OwnershipSession 5: ReflectionGlossaryAppendicesAppendix 1: Young Person Centred Goal SettingAppendix 2: Young Person Centred Self Evaluation